2006 Vauxhall Zafira 1.8L Petrol · RJ06 VMZ

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the history indicates a period of inconsistent testing compliance. The most recent test in February 2024 at 147,795 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, suggesting the vehicle failed on a non-specific item rather than multiple mechanical faults. Given that this MOT is now over two years overdue as of July 2026, the current roadworthiness status cannot be verified from the data provided alone without an immediate official inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. Between January 2021 and January 2023, the car covered 11,164 miles, showing a steady usage rate. However, the significant gap between the January 2023 and February 2023 tests, where only 74 miles were recorded, suggests a period of prolonged storage or a lapse in the regular testing schedule. This low annual mileage in later years often leads to degradation of rubber components, such as brake hoses and suspension bushes, despite low mechanical wear on the drivetrain. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and floor pans, as older Vauxhall models are prone to corrosion in these areas. Because the record shows no advisories for brake components or suspension wear in the previous passes, it is possible these areas were either overlooked or the vehicle has been recently serviced. Check for binding calipers and rust on the coil springs, as the low-usage pattern can cause components to seize during periods of inactivity.